Associate Veterinarian - South Hadley, MA

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our growing practice. You will practice medicine independently while benefiting from the connections of a large veterinary network and a supportive team environment.

The position offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive salary and extensive benefits, with opportunities for continuing education and professional development within the VCA system.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in your state, or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and veterinary ethics.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Hospital Hours

Hospital Hours: Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–4pm, closed Sundays. We're a small, thriving, and growing practice that has served the South Hadley, Chicopee, Holyoke, and Granby communities for more than 20 years. Our team culture is collaborative and supportive, with an open environment built around high-quality, compassionate care.

What the hospital offers

Full digital radiography, including dental radiographs A user-friendly EMR A strong, experienced support team As a VCA clinic, our doctors practice medicine independently while benefiting from the connections of a larger network — including access to specialists and a variety of in-house professional development opportunities.

South Hadley is a comfortable community with easy access to outdoor activities, particularly hiking along the Holyoke Mountain Range, plus year-round music and arts events. The area is known for strong schools and historic centers, with more culture, activities, and cuisine a short drive away through the Pioneer Valley, and up toward Brattleboro, VT and southwestern New Hampshire.

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.

Salary Range: $135,000 - 150,000. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.

This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days

WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

Qualifications

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

A leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow.

Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.